To pronounce "paraphrasing", say PAR-aphr-as-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PAR-aphr-as-ing
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"paraphrasing" has 4 syllables: par-aphr-as-ing. It rhymes with blazing and amazing, if that helps it stick.
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"Paraphrasing" has 4 syllables: par · aphr · as · ing.
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